Free Home Testing — Available to All Cork Residents
The HSE offers free at-home STI test kits through sh24.ie. Order online, test at home, post your sample, get results by text or phone. Available to everyone aged 17+ across Ireland. No clinic visit needed.
Free HSE Sexual Health Clinics in Cork
All services below are free of charge. No GP referral required.
Sexual Health Clinic — South Infirmary Victoria University Hospital
📍 Old Blackrock Road, Cork
📞 021 496 6844
Cork's main free HSE sexual health clinic. Provides full STI screening, HIV testing, hepatitis testing, treatment, and partner notification support. Contact by phone for current appointment times and booking.
Note: This number also covers Kerry — if calling from Kerry, ask about the University Hospital Kerry service.
Youth Health Service — Penrose House
📍 Penrose Quay, Cork City
📞 021 493 7250
Free health services for young people in Cork, including sexual health advice, STI testing, and contraception information. Contact by phone for appointment availability and opening times.
Private & Additional Options
Your GP
Any GP in Cork can arrange an STI screen. Cost is typically €50–€70, or free with a medical card or GP Visit Card. Ask for a "full STI screen" at your next appointment.
SH:24 Free Home STI Testing
🌐 sh24.ie
Free HSE-partnered home testing kit. Tests for HIV, chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis. For everyone 17+ in Ireland. Results by text or phone call from a clinician.
County Kerry
If you're based in Kerry, the HSE sexual health service is provided through University Hospital Kerry in Tralee. Phone the South Infirmary number 021 496 6844 to be directed to the Kerry service, or contact UHK directly for current clinic times.
HSE Helpline & Clinic Finder
For up-to-date clinic times and booking, call the HSE Sexual Health Line free on 1800 700 700 (Mon–Fri 8am–8pm, Sat 9am–5pm) or use the HSE clinic finder tool.
HSE Clinic Finder →